Greetings!
Your contributions matter
As we near the end of 2010, we'd like to remind you that your commitment and support is vital to the success of the Scleroderma Foundation.
Please consider making a special holiday gift to support the Foundation and its mission. It's easy to give a gift on our secure Web site or by calling our office toll-free at (800) 722-HOPE. Our office is open 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Eastern Standard Time) Monday through Friday. If you live within a Scleroderma Foundation chapter territory, a gift that you make through the Web site or by calling the National Office will be forwarded to your chapter.
Finally, the national office is closed Friday, Dec. 24, to observe the Christmas Eve holiday.
Our brightest holiday wishes to you and your family!
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Prevent Raynaud's pain and tingling
Try these seven ways to prevent syndrome attacks
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 If you're among the estimated 20 to 30 percent of people with inflammatory arthritis who also have Raynaud's syndrome, or Raynaud's phenomenon, a condition that affects blood flow to the extremities and causes pain, numbness and tingling, the fall and spring - months when temperatures are constantly shifting - can be especially challenging.
Read more about preventing symptoms from a Raynaud's syndrome attack.
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What is celiac disease?
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 In celiac disease, there is an immunological (allergic) reaction within the inner lining of the small intestine to proteins (gluten) that are present in wheat, rye, barley and, to a lesser extent, in oats.
The immunological reaction causes inflammation that destroys the lining of the small intestine. This reduces the absorption of dietary nutrients and can lead to symptoms and signs of nutritional, vitamin, and mineral deficiencies.
Learn more about celiac disease.
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CaringBridge
Connecting Family and Friends When Health Matters Most
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 CaringBridge provides free websites that connect people who are experiencing a significant health challenge to family and friends. These websites provide a personal and private space to communicate and show support, saving time and emotional energy when health matters most.
Websites are easy to create and use. You can add updates and photos to share your story while visitors can leave messages of love, hope and compassion in your guestbook.
Join CaringBridge today to start building your own website.
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Save the Date
25th Anniversary Scientific Symposium
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"Improving Lives Through Discovery"
8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Monday, June 13, 2011
Lipsett Auditorium, Warren Grant Magnuson Clinical Center
National Institutes of Health Campus, Bethesda, Md.
Learn more about scientific advances that have improved patients' lives. Find out more about NIAMS research into bone, joint, muscle and skin diseases.
Registration information will be posted soon on the NIAMS website at www.niams.nih.gov. Download a PDF of the invitation.
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